Surgical Assistant (contract role) Job in Wahroonga Recruiting by Sydney Adventist Hospital

Welcome to a world of opportunities

At the Sydney Adventist Hospital, fondly known as the San, taking care of people is our reason for being. It’s what drives us to deliver exceptional outcomes for our patients – and it’s a shared sense of purpose that extends to everyone who works here, too.

When you work for the San, you can expect to feel valued on every level. Whether you’re a healthcare professional, an admin whiz, or part of our maintenance team, we’ll support you to learn, grow and become the best you can be. From world-class facilities and state-of-the-art technology, to training and mentoring across all disciplines, everything you need to succeed is right here.

As you carve out the career of your dreams, you’ll also be looked after on a personal level. Whether it’s through great staff facilities or flexible work arrangements, we make it easier for you to strike the balance that’s right for you.

Join us, and make a positive impact on your own life, and the wellbeing of our community. Because good health is not simply our end goal; it’s what we live for.

Why choose the San?

As NSW’s largest and most comprehensive private hospital, the San gives you all the opportunities you’d find in a large public tertiary facility, in a nurturing, warm environment. With us, you’ll have an extraordinary range of out-of-the-box opportunities to develop your professional skills – while also maintaining your personal wellbeing.

The San is operated by Adventist HealthCare (AHCL), a not-for-profit healthcare organisation that’s been advancing healthcare since 1903. Our progressive, holistic approach has kept us at the forefront of our field, whether it’s meant adopting best in-class technology or carrying out game-changing research.

Everything you need to succeed is right here

• A team of over 2300 staff, 1000 accredited medical officers and 500 volunteers.
• 500 beds
• 23 state-of-the-art operating theatres and endoscopy suites.
• 3 cardiac catheterisation laboratories.
• a leading multi-disciplinary Integrated Cancer Centre
• extensive range of diagnostic, allied health and support services
• an advanced robotic surgery unit, state-of-the-art hybrid operating theatre, and the latest in surgical and diagnostic imaging.
• Specialist units dedicated to intensive care and coronary care, renal dialysis, rehabilitation and sleep studies.

More than clinical excellence

At the San, we appreciate there is more to living well than physical health, so we devote ourselves to seeing the whole person. As well as addressing someone’s physical health, we also care for them emotionally, socially and spiritually. This is reflected in our mission, values and vision for the future.

Are you looking for a surgical career and wanting to build expertise and relationships with surgeons? Are you looking for a flexible source of income? We are seeking enthusiastic, appropriately-trained surgical assistants for our after-hours on-call roster. There will also be scope to book in-hours shifts in due course.

Essential criteria:

• PGY 2+
• Current registration with AHPRA
• Must be Australian or New Zealand citizens or have rights to work in Australia
• Recent experience in surgical assisting
• Sound knowledge of the requirements of a surgical assistant including maintaining aseptic technique and use of common surgical equipment such as retractor, haemostats, scissors, and suction.

Desirable criteria:

• Demonstrated interest in surgery through previous surgical assisting or surgical training program experience.

Please forward enquiries to:
      Medical Services
      Ph 02 9487 9400 (or)
      Email:  [email protected].

How to Apply:

• All applications must be lodged online. Please click the 'Apply' button within this ad to lodge an application 
• Please include your CV and a cover letter that addresses the selection criteria 

Notes:

• Applications may be reviewed and processed as they are received, so early applications are encouraged
• Application close dates are subject to change and we reserve the right to appoint prior to the closing date
• Salary is dependent upon classification and in accordance with the relevant AHCL Enterprise Agreement

Requirements:

You will be given the opportunity to provide required documentation as you progress through the recruitment process: 

• Evidence of at least two doses of a Therapeutic Goods Administration (TGA) approved or recognised COVID-19 vaccine 
• A National Police check conducted within the previous 3 years 
• Depending on the position, a paid Working with Children Check and/or proof of immunity against infectious diseases
• Willing and able to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when required
• At least two current work-related referees
• Have rights to work permanently in Australia